Subaru Natsuki, the central protagonist of Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World, is voiced in Japanese by Yūsuke Kobayashi, with Sean Chiplock providing the English dub performance.
Kobayashi’s energetic and emotionally intense performance is widely credited with bringing Subaru’s complex personality—ranging from comedic outbursts to psychological breakdowns—to life.
Yūsuke Kobayashi (Japanese Voice Actor for Subaru Natsuki)
Date of Birth
March 25, 1985
About Yūsuke
Yūsuke Kobayashi is a Japanese voice actor known for portraying determined yet emotionally layered protagonists. His breakout role came with Subaru Natsuki in Re:Zero, where he had to deliver a demanding performance filled with rapid emotional shifts and heavy dialogue. He has since become one of the most recognizable voices in modern anime, also starring in major series like Dr. Stone and Fire Force.
Hometown
Tokyo, Japan
Career Highlights
- Subaru Natsuki — Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World
- Senku Ishigami — Dr. Stone
- Arthur Boyle — Fire Force
- Arslan — The Heroic Legend of Arslan
- Byleth (Male) — Fire Emblem series
Kobayashi won the Best New Actor Award at the 11th Seiyu Awards in 2017, marking his rapid rise in the industry.
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented credits from verified sources and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (TV Series & Films)
- 2016–present — Subaru Natsuki — Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World
- 2019–present — Senku Ishigami — Dr. Stone
- 2019–present — Arthur Boyle — Fire Force
- 2015 — Arslan — The Heroic Legend of Arslan
- 2023 — Yamada Asaemon Tenza — Hell’s Paradise
- 2020–2026 — Eckhart — Ascendance of a Bookworm
- 2018 — Saitō — Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens
Video Games
- 2021 — Subaru Natsuki — Re:Zero − The Prophecy of the Throne
- 2019–2023 — Byleth (Male) — Fire Emblem series
- 2025 — Viator — Octopath Traveler (voice role)
Critical Reception
Kobayashi’s portrayal of Subaru is frequently highlighted for its emotional authenticity, particularly in scenes involving trauma and repeated “Return by Death” cycles. His ability to balance humor, vulnerability, and desperation has made Subaru one of the most memorable protagonists in modern isekai anime.
Our Sources
- Behind The Voice Actors – Subaru Natsuki casting (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/tv-shows/ReZERO-Starting-Life-in-Another-World/Subaru-Natsuki/)
- IMDb – Yūsuke Kobayashi profile (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3311160/)
- Wikipedia – Re:Zero cast list (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Re:Zero_(TV_series))
- Wikipedia – Yūsuke Kobayashi (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Y%C5%ABsuke_Kobayashi_(voice_actor))
- Tokyo Otaku Mode – Kobayashi profile (https://otakumode.com/otapedia/anime/re_zero/rezero_kabayashi_yuusuke)
Sean Chiplock (English Voice Actor for Subaru Natsuki)
Date of Birth
June 21, 1990
About Sean
Sean Chiplock is an American voice actor known for his expressive range and emotionally charged performances in anime and video games. As the English voice of Subaru Natsuki in Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World, Chiplock delivers a performance that mirrors the intensity of the original Japanese portrayal while adding his own nuance. His work captures Subaru’s volatility, humor, and psychological strain, making him a standout in the English dub community.
Hometown
United States (specific hometown not consistently publicly documented)
Career Highlights
- Subaru Natsuki — Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World
- Revali / Teba / Great Deku Tree — The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
- Diluc — Genshin Impact
- Noob Saibot — Mortal Kombat 11
- Mishima Yuuki — Persona 5
Chiplock is also widely recognized in the gaming industry, where he voices both heroic leads and complex antagonists across major AAA titles.
Full Current Filmography
The following list reflects documented credits from reputable sources and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (English Dub)
- 2016–present — Subaru Natsuki — Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World
- 2018 — Kiyotaka Ayanokoji (additional voices) — Classroom of the Elite
- 2019 — Eugeo (additional voices) — Sword Art Online: Alicization
- 2021 — Various roles — To Your Eternity
Video Games
- 2017 — Revali / Teba / Great Deku Tree — The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
- 2019 — Noob Saibot — Mortal Kombat 11
- 2020–present — Diluc — Genshin Impact
- 2017 — Mishima Yuuki — Persona 5
- 2019 — Yuuki Mishima — Persona 5 Royal
Critical Reception
Sean Chiplock’s performance as Subaru is frequently praised for its emotional intensity, particularly during breakdown scenes and high-stakes arcs. Fans and critics alike note how effectively he conveys Subaru’s desperation and growth, helping the English dub maintain the emotional weight of the original series.
Our Sources
- Behind The Voice Actors – Subaru Natsuki casting (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/tv-shows/ReZERO-Starting-Life-in-Another-World/Subaru-Natsuki/)
- IMDb – Sean Chiplock profile (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4021850/)
- Wikipedia – Sean Chiplock (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sean_Chiplock)
- Nintendo / Game credits for Breath of the Wild (https://www.nintendo.com/)
Social Media
- Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/sonicmega
